What is the cheapest way to get from Ireland to Portrush?

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Portrush is to bus and train which costs £29 - £150 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ireland to Portrush?

The fastest way to get from Ireland to Portrush is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ireland and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Ireland to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Grand Parade and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Ireland and Portrush?

No, there is no direct train from Ireland to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Grand Canal Dock and arriving at Coleraine via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Ireland to Portrush?

The distance between Ireland and Portrush is 184 miles. The road distance is 147.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ireland to Portrush without a car?

The best way to get from Ireland to Portrush without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £29 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Ireland to Portrush?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Ireland to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Portrush bus from?

Ireland to Portrush bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Portrush train from?

Ireland to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from Ireland to Portrush?

The best way to get from Ireland to Portrush is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £29 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Ireland to Portrush bus arrive?

Ireland to Portrush bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Where does the Ireland to Portrush train arrive?

Ireland to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Ireland to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Ireland to Portrush is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Ireland to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 753+ hotels available in Portrush.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ireland to Portrush by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re / ...
5h 8m
£29–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westland Row to Grand Central Stationbus 785
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re / ...
5h 25m
£30–144
Drive 146.3 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Portrushcar 146.3 mi
3h 2m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
6h 51m

Ireland to Portrush by train and bus

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5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.1 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Ireland and Portrush, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Grand Canal Dock to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Parade to Dunluce Avenue via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 51m.

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